DIY Essential Oil Nighttime Lotion

With it’s light smell and delicate apple flavor, chamomile tea is one of my favorites to relax with in the evening. When I set out to create a night time lotion that was both relaxing and safe for children chamomile was the first essential oil I turned to.

Much like lavender, German or Roman Chamomile is a very safe oil, and like lavender chamomile promotes calming and relaxation. As an added bonus chamomile may help support a healthy immune system too, a definite plus when creating a lotion for my family.*

Nighttime Lotion Ingredients

This recipe can be made with either chamomile or lavender essential oil. Although it tends to be more expensive, I prefer the lighter smell of the chamomile to other floral oils including lavender when combined in a recipe. It really is delicate and if you haven’t tried it, I highly recommend it. It blends beautifully with other oils.

For me, it’s worth the extra money and this recipe only uses a few drops so it will last a long time. When it comes to choosing a brand of oil, make sure you’re getting a 100% pure therapeutic grade oil that isn’t mixed with anything else.

This recipe requires a base lotion. You can make your own or simply use your favorite non-toxic, unscented brand.

Safety Note on Essential Oils

One more note before the recipe: safety is very important when it comes to essential oils and children. Roman chamomile and lavender are considered to be very safe for children when diluted properly.

As always though test for allergic reactions using a small amount of diluted oil before applying the lotion to the whole body. This applies to children and adults. Also, keep in mind applying oils neat (undiluted) should almost never be done, simply because allergic reactions can develop from over exposure to an oil. Even the mildest oils like chamomile and lavender are potent. Learn more about properly diluting oils and safety here.

DIY Essential Oil, Night Time Lotion

Ingredients:

Directions:

For very young children and pregnant women add 3-6 drops of oils to base lotion.
For older children over 6 add 6-12 drops of oils to base lotion.
For Adults add 12-24 drops of oils to base lotion.
Chamomile and lavender are both delightful on their own but they also smell wonderful when combined.
Begin adding as few drops of oils as possible until you get the smell you desire. Remember you can always mellow the smell by adding more lotion if you go too far. Try a 50/50 blend of lavender and chamomile first and then adjust as preferred.

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*The FDA has not evaluated these statements. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent diseases. If you you would like to learn more about Roman Chamomile check out this link.

About K. M. Logan

K.M. Logan is trying to write something witty for her bio, unfortunately running after three children (soon to be four) five and under her brain is out of humorous ideas. You can check out her bestselling books on Amazon or I'd, I mean she, would also be thrilled if you stopped by my, I mean her, website.

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Love essential oils. Although I use lavender a lot, but haven’t used chamomille. I think I need to add that to my collection of oils. I appreciate that you mention safety. Thanks for sharing at Let’s Get Real Link Party